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HANDLED

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 13 meanings of the word Handled.

How to pronounce handled:

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Handled - as an adjective

Having a usually specified type of handle

Example: "Pearl-handled revolver"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
handleless

Handled - as a verb

To touch; to feel or hold with the hand(s).

To accustom to the hand; to take care of with the hands.

To manage, use, or wield with the hands.

To manage, control, or direct.

To treat, to deal with (in a specified way).

Example: "She handled the news with grace, the persians handled the french ambassador shamefully"

To deal with (a subject, argument, topic, or theme) in speaking, in writing, or in art.

To receive and transfer; to have pass through one's hands; hence, to buy and sell.

Example: "A merchant handles a variety of goods, or a large stock"

To be concerned with; to be an expert in.

To put up with; to endure (and continue to function).

Example: "I can't handle this hot weather."

To use the hands.

To illegally touch the ball with the hand or arm; to commit handball.

To behave in a particular way when handled (managed, controlled, directed).

Example: "The car handles well"

Example Sentences

"I handled the situation calmly and diplomatically."
"She handled the fragile vase with great care."
"He handled the criticism well and used it as motivation to improve."
"The police officer handled the suspect firmly but respectfully."
"The customer service representative handled the complaint efficiently."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDLED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handled is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDLED has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is HANDLED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handled is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDLED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is HANDLED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handled is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDLED has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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